What are the schools like in Andrews AFB, MD?

Andrews AFB is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district operates 139 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 25 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Andrews AFB?

The median household income in Andrews AFB, MD is $83,966 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.9%.

What is the weather like in Andrews AFB, MD?

Andrews AFB has an average high temperature of 43.9°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.9 inches.

Andrews AFB, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Andrews AFB, MD affordable or expensive?

Andrews AFB's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Andrews AFB is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is $2,631 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Andrews AFB, MD?

Crime rate data for Andrews AFB is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Andrews AFB, MD a Good Place to Live?

Andrews AFB is a small town of 3,099 in Maryland, with a median household income of $83,966 and a 4.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Andrews AFB stands out for solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Andrews AFB is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Andrews AFB city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 108.6

Andrews AFB's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Andrews AFB costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Andrews AFB, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,631	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	1.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$83,966	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Andrews AFB is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Andrews AFB is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Andrews AFB, MD	National Avg
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	139	—
Middle Schools	25	—
High Schools	25	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	39.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Andrews AFB sees average highs of 43.9°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 46.5 inches of annual precipitation and 15.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Andrews AFB, MD
Average High — January	43.9°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	46.5"
Annual Snowfall	15.9"

Demographics

Metric	Andrews AFB, MD	National Avg
Population	3,099	—
Median Age	23.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	54.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	26.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	43.9%	22.2%
65 and over	1.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Andrews AFB

Andrews AFB, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20762

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrews AFB, MD affordable or expensive?

Andrews AFB's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Andrews AFB roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is N/A and median rent is $2,631/month.

What is the crime rate in Andrews AFB, MD?

Crime data for Andrews AFB is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Andrews AFB?

Public schools in Andrews AFB are operated by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district has 139 elementary, 25 middle, and 25 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 39.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Andrews AFB, MD a good place to live?

Andrews AFB, MD has a population of 3,099, a median household income of $83,966, and an unemployment rate of 4.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Andrews AFB?

Andrews AFB averages 43.9°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.5 inches with about 15.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Andrews AFB?

Andrews AFB, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20762.

What is the population of Andrews AFB?

The population of Andrews AFB, Maryland is 3,099 with a median age of 23.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Andrews AFB?

Key numbers for living in Andrews AFB: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $83,966, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Andrews AFB side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.